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Argonne releases new cradle-to-grave lifecycle analysis of US LDV vehicle-fuel pathways

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This analysis builds on a previous comprehensive life cycle analysis, updating that study’s 2016 assumptions and methods. The study provides a comprehensive analysis of the cost and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of a variety of vehicle-fuel pathways; the levelized cost of driving (LCD); and the cost of avoided GHG emissions.

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U Chicago, MIT study suggests ongoing use of fossil fuels absent new carbon taxes

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A paper by a team from the University of Chicago and MIT suggests that technology-driven cost reductions in fossil fuels will lead to the continued use of fossil fuels—oil, gas, and coal—unless governments pass new taxes on carbon emissions. We need both a policy like a carbon tax and to put more R&D money into renewables.

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CPUC proposes revising Net Energy Metering rules to push customers to install storage with rooftop solar

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The Public Advocates Office at the CPUC estimates that households without NEM systems pay $67 to $128 more per year, depending on the utility, due to the costs of the NEM 1.0 The CPUC made initial revisions to the NEM program in 2016, resulting in what is called NEM 2.0.

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Ford charges Mustang Mach-E customer $10k in doc fees, but it was a big misunderstanding

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One Mach-E owner was excited to pick up his new EV until a $10,000 addition to the taxes and fees summary, labeled as a “Document Fee,” almost stopped the delivery of the car. Instead, the future Mach-E owner opted to head to the local dealer to talk about the excessive fee, and it turned out to be good news for them.

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J.D. Power: First-time owners find switching to EVs highly satisfactory

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Those 10 factors are (in alphabetical order): accuracy of stated battery range; availability of public charging stations; battery range; cost of ownership; driving enjoyment; ease of charging at home; interior and exterior styling (new in 2022); safety and technology features (new); service experience (new); and vehicle quality and reliability.

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Next 10 report finds California will meet or exceed original target of 1.5M ZEVs by 2025

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The Road Ahead for Zero-Emission Vehicles in California: Market Trends & Policy Analysis analyzes California’s ZEV market, including historic sales, costs, technology trends, forecasts and challenges. It also reviews policies and implications that could affect future market growth. ZEV sales increased 29.1% More than half of the U.S

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How EV Charging Boosts Value at Commercial Real Estate

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Five benefits of EV charging for commercial real estate There are five reasons to install EV charging stations at commercial real estate properties: attracting customers and employees, generating revenue, increasing property value, future-proofing your property, and promoting environmental leadership.